Waterford vs Sligo Rovers: match statistics
Waterford are displaying significantly better form than Sligo Rovers, averaging 1.6 points per match over their last five fixtures, while the visitors have managed only 0.8 points per game. A key factor is that Sligo Rovers have lost all their away matches this season (100% loss rate), failing to secure a single point on the road. Waterford remain undefeated at home this campaign, maintaining a 100% draw record, which points to defensive solidity in front of their own fans. The xG statistics also favor the hosts – Waterford generate 0.74 xG in home matches against 2.32 xG conceded, whereas Sligo have managed a mere 0.59 xG away from home against 2.62 xG conceded. Considering the visitors' poor away form, Waterford's home advantage, and their overall superior disposition, the hosts are the favorites for this encounter, although a draw is also a realistic scenario due to Waterford's established tendency to share points in home matches.
Waterford vs Sligo Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Waterford played against Sligo Rovers in Premier Division (Ireland). The game was played on February 20, 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Recent form
Waterford has 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 0.50 points per game. Sligo Rovers has 0 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with 0.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Waterford scores 0.50 goals per game and allows 1.50. Sligo Rovers scores 0.50 and allows 3.00. Games in this league average 2.29 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Waterford's games and 50% of Sligo Rovers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 0% and 100%, compared with league averages of 43% for BTTS and 43% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Waterford has the higher season xG average, 1.35 to 0.54 per game. Waterford takes 13.0 shots per game, while Sligo Rovers takes 4.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Waterford leads at halftime in 0% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Sligo Rovers leads at halftime in 50% and scores 0.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Waterford's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (1 goals). For Sligo Rovers, it is minutes 16-30 (1 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier Division games average 2.29 goals. Both teams score in 43% of games, and 43% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 4 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 3 away wins. Those games averaged 3.25 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Waterford are displaying significantly better form than Sligo Rovers, averaging 1.6 points per match over their last five fixtures, while the visitors have managed only 0.8 points per game. A key factor is that Sligo Rovers have lost all their away matches this season (100% loss rate), failing to secure a single point on the road. Waterford remain undefeated at home this campaign, maintaining a 100% draw record, which points to defensive solidity in front of their own fans. The xG statistics also favor the hosts – Waterford generate 0.74 xG in home matches against 2.32 xG conceded, whereas Sligo have managed a mere 0.59 xG away from home against 2.62 xG conceded. Considering the visitors' poor away form, Waterford's home advantage, and their overall superior disposition, the hosts are the favorites for this encounter, although a draw is also a realistic scenario due to Waterford's established tendency to share points in home matches.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Waterford | Sligo Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 19% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.10 | 0.14 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.20 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Waterford is 100% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.5 goals / game - Waterford · 3 goals / game - Sligo Rovers
Waterford scores in 50% of games (1 of 2 meczów), while Sligo Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 2 meczów).
Sligo Rovers scores in 50% of games (1 of 2 meczów), while Waterford keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 2 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Waterford
Over / Under - Sligo Rovers
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Waterford - second-half results
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Sligo Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 50% of games and wins 0%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 2.0 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.5 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.5 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 50% |
| 2 goals | 50% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 0% | 100% |
| No goal | 100% | 50% |
| Goal difference | -3 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.50 | 0.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.5 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.5 | 2.5 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.5 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 50% |
| Clean sheet | 50% | 0% |
| No goal | 50% | 100% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -5 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (1 goal). Concedes most in 0-15 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (1 goal). Concedes most in 61-75 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier Division).
Teams vs league
| Waterford | Liga | Sligo Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.00 | 2.29 | ▲ 3.50 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 43% | ▲ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 0% | 43% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 36% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 100% | 71% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 50% | 71% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Head-to-head
Record from Waterford's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 3 losses against Sligo Rovers. Games average 3.25 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Waterford vs Sligo Rovers?
The Premier Division match finished Waterford 0:0 Sligo Rovers. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Waterford and Sligo Rovers?
In the last 4 head-to-head matches Waterford won 1, Sligo Rovers won 3 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.25 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Waterford vs Sligo Rovers?
Waterford score 0.50 goals per game on average and Sligo Rovers 0.50. The Premier Division average is 2.29 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 43% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Waterford's matches and 50% of Sligo Rovers's.
What form are Waterford and Sligo Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Waterford have a 0-1-1 record (0.50 points per game) and Sligo Rovers 0-0-2 (0.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Waterford vs Sligo Rovers?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.